Espy and Overpass

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Espy verb - To make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes.

Usage example: out of the corner of my eye I espied the squirrel making another raid on the bird feeder

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Overpass is an antonym for espy.

Overpass verb - To dismiss as of little importance.

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Espy is an antonym for overpass.

Nearby Words: overpassing, overpassed

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